born 1955
Jake Roberts, born Aurelian Smith Jr. on May 30, 1955, is a retired American professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE during the 1980s and 1990s. Renowned for his psychological tactics and his signature move, the DDT, Roberts was a key figure in the wrestling world, influencing many future wrestlers with his storytelling and charisma inside the ring. Beyond wrestling, he has also been recognized for his struggles with substance abuse and his journey to sobriety.